Creamy Broccoli Soup

What do you make on cold, wintery days at your house? When it is cold and dreary outside, we like to make soup and grilled cheese panini's. This is a delicious broccoli soup that is loaded with nutrients. You can serve it by itself, but I strongly recommend serving it with some grilled cheese panini's or some other kind of sandwich.

Creamy Broccoli Soup
Serves: 4
Adapted by: http://cookingontheside.com/creamy-broccoli-soup/

Ingredients
4 cups broccoli florets
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1 cup celery, chopped
1 cup carrots, chopped
1/2 yellow onion, chopped
6 tablespoons light butter or margarine
6 tablespoons white whole wheat flour OR all purpose flour
3 cups reduced sodium chicken broth
2 cups low-fat milk
1 tablespoon fresh parsley OR 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Reduced fat shredded cheese, for sprinkling on top of the soup bowl

Directions:
-In a large saucepan, bring water and onion salt to boil and add broccoli, celery and carrots. Bring to a boil, drain and set aside.
Sauté onions in butter until tender. Stir in flour to form a smooth paste. Slowly add broth and milk, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil. Let boil for 1 minute: add vegetables and remaining ingredients. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes until tender.
-Serve in a bowl and top with some shredded cheese

Enjoy! :)